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Boat Builder Awards 2024

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Five reasons to attend the Boat Builder Awards 2026

2026-11-06T11:19:00+00:00

The industry’s annual celebration of boatbuilding excellence returns to Metstrade on 18 November, with tickets now on sale

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UK RIB manufacturer enters voluntary liquidation

2026-11-06T15:56:00+00:00> , By

Debts exceed £4m, leaving all 18 employees facing job losses

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Yamaha reports higher revenues, profits

2026-11-06T15:21:00+00:00> , By

Yamaha reports higher nine-month revenues and profits as marine earnings surge despite softer US demand and tariff pressures

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Next Yacht Group’s Delmiglio among Forbes Italia’s Top 100 CMOs 2026

2026-11-06T14:54:00+00:00

Stefania Delmiglio, the executive behind the repositioning of Maiora and AB Yachts, is recognised for strategic leadership shaping two of Italy’s leading yachting brands

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Sirena Yachts appoints new US dealer for southeast expansion

2026-11-06T14:14:00+00:00

Turkish builder partners with Yachts360 to strengthen presence across Florida and neighbouring states

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Cigarette Racing, Yacht Hub Group form partnership to expand in EU and Africa

2026-11-06T14:02:00+00:00By

YHG to establish Cigarette Racing Europe, overseeing the brand’s development across 70 countries

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Integrel Solutions doubles turnover, hires commercial chief

2026-11-06T13:38:00+00:00By

Hybrid propulsion specialist appoints new commercial chief after turnover doubles and order book hits £7m

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Kongsberg Maritime unveils new logo and brand tagline

2026-11-06T13:34:00+00:00By

New identity marks Kongsberg Maritime’s independence following its demerger from Kongsberg Gruppen

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People on the Move this Week

2026-11-06T13:07:00+00:00

New appointments at BSI Rigging, Ferretti, Sunseeker and more

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Caterpillar reports 17% Q3 revenue gain

2026-11-06T12:36:00+00:00> , By

US engine builder reports record sales in second consecutive quarter with revenues exceeding $20bn

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Cummins reports record Q3 earnings

2026-11-06T12:36:00+00:00> , By

Strong demand for power generation equipment drives record EBITDA and earnings per share as consolidated revenues climb 13%

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Azimut Yachts deepens ties with Assets Group at Qatar Boat Show

2026-11-06T12:36:00+00:00By

Under new deal Italian yacht builder becomes Preferred Luxury Yacht Partner

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Performance Sailcraft’s Magic expands internationally, opens to other manufacturers

2026-11-06T11:37:00+00:00By

The finance scheme launches in Australia as talks begin with other dinghy and marine equipment makers

Twin Disc HQ

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Twin Disc returns to profit with strong Q1

2026-11-05T16:15:00+00:00> , By

Double-digit revenue growth supports return to profitability as propulsion equipment manufacturer reports stronger demand across international markets

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Malibu Boats posts mixed Q3 as Saxdor debuts and fiscal year shifts

2026-11-05T16:02:00+00:00> , By

Saxdor and Saltwater gains offset Ski/Wake softness as Malibu transitions to calendar-year fiscal reporting

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KVH narrows Q3 losses as revenues grow

2026-11-05T15:45:00+00:00> , By

Higher recurring service revenues and LEO terminal sales drive 35% growth, while adjusted EBITDA improves year-over-year

Lippert HQ

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Lippert reports mixed bag for Q3

2026-11-05T15:25:00+00:00> , By

Gross profit and margins improve despite lower revenues, as marine sales growth offsets continued weakness in RV markets

2026 MasterCraft X Star

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MasterCraft Boat Holdings expands dealer network across five brands

2026-11-05T15:09:00+00:00By

US boatbuilder adds 13 pontoon dealerships alongside new appointments across Europe and North America

Sunseeker International CFO Daren Morris

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Sunseeker appoints Daren Morris as CFO

2026-11-05T14:43:00+00:00> , By

Morris succeeds Dean Lawler as the yacht builder strengthens its leadership team for its next phase of growth

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Qatar Boat Show opens with strong regional presence

2026-11-05T14:16:00+00:00> , By and

International and regional yacht brands gather in Doha for the four-day show’s new launches and debuts

Port Denarau Marina, Fiji

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Fiji’s yachting sector delivers FJ$57.4m boost as government weighs reforms

2026-11-05T12:30:00+00:00> , By

Over 800 yachts visited Fiji last year, generating strong revenue for marinas, boatyards, and island communities nationwide

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FPT joins Confindustria Nautica to boost marine presence

2026-11-05T11:45:00+00:00By

Engine maker becomes member of Italian trade body as it eyes growth in recreational marine segment

Cox Marine's Gemma Crocker and Chris Foxon, with Luc Gagnon and Elias Saliba from Diesel-Bec

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Cox Marine appoints Diesel-Bec as Canadian distribution partner

2026-11-05T11:38:00+00:00

Cox Marine has named Diesel-Bec Power Solutions Inc. as its new distribution partner in Canada, strengthening the diesel outboard manufacturer’s sales, service and customer support capabilities in the market.

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Spanish boat sales growth slows to 5.5% after October dip

2026-11-05T11:36:00+00:00By

Spanish recreational boat registrations ease as charter market continues to outperform wider sector, ANEN data shows

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EBI welcomes EU tourism strategy boosting nautical tourism priorities

2026-11-05T11:36:00+00:00By

Strategy tackles boating licence recognition and marina investment, strengthening Europe’s tourism position

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Pegazus Boats expands fishing range as European yacht demand stays soft

2026-11-05T11:36:00+00:00> , By

The builder is promoting its new 500 Bow Rider with another premiere set for 2027

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Beneteau sales slowdown in Q3

2026-11-04T17:31:00+00:00>

Sales in the quarter were down compared to Q3 last year

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Voyage Yachts expands fleet with new owner-focused cruising catamaran

2026-11-04T14:31:00+00:00By

The Voyage 511 is ready to be laid up in the moulds at the Cape Town yard

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BBA 2026: Inside the race for this year’s Rising Star

2026-11-04T14:29:00+00:00

IBI takes a look at the finalists going head-to-head for this year’s title

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Electric WaterCraft Forum unites marine electrification community

2026-11-04T14:10:00+00:00By

The inaugural Maine event draws 125 industry professionals to drive innovation, policy and future projects

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Revenue down, profitability up for MarineMax

2026-11-04T14:09:00+00:00> , By

US marine retailer, marina and yacht services company reports net loss of US$13m in final quarter as publicly traded company

TISG shipyard

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TISG shares suspended as board backs SRI Global’s €220m rescue bid

2026-11-04T12:30:00+00:00> , By

Trading in The Italian Sea Group halts on Milan Euronext ahead of the next Florence Court hearing, scheduled for November 11

Colombia Náutica Waterfront Expo 2027

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Colombia Náutica returns with Caribbean growth plan

2026-11-04T12:30:00+00:00By

Cartagena show targets emerging Latin American market with four-day event combining business and lifestyle boating

Ferretti

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Ferretti Group reshuffles technical and operational functions

2026-11-04T12:30:00+00:00> , By

Latest changes follow on from marketing and communications restructure

Old Doha Port venue for the Qatar Boat Show

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Qatar Boat Show opens at Old Doha Port with over 100 exhibitors

2026-11-04T12:30:00+00:00By

This is the first of three regional shows being held over the coming weeks

Dubai International Boat Show at Dubai Harbour 2026

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Dubai Boat Show announces 2027 dates

2026-11-04T12:30:00+00:00

This year’s postponed show prepares to open in three weeks’ time with 300 direct exhibitors already signed up

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Bahrain’s first annual membership boat club opened through new partnership

2026-11-04T12:30:00+00:00By

The Captain’s Club partners with Masar Group in new Bahrain venture

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Paramount Yachts secures first US sale of Sunreef Ultima 88

2026-11-04T12:30:00+00:00

Florida family to take delivery of catamaran in December 2027, with shallow draught suited to Bahamas cruising

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Omaya appoints exclusive dealer for Italy and Switzerland

2026-11-04T12:30:00+00:00

Bulgarian cat builder expands into two key European markets

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Maxwell Marine strengthens Italian superyacht business with new hire

2026-11-03T15:45:00+00:00By

Daniele Toretta will drive OEM and refit business across Italy’s superyacht sector

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Kicker Marine Audio enters supply agreement with Caymas Boats

2026-11-03T15:39:00+00:00By

Kicker will be the standard audio offering on the Caymas DV series

Pendry Yacht Club

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Pendry to open first dedicated yacht club as centrepiece of Barbados resort

2026-11-03T15:28:00+00:00By

Pendry Yacht Club will offer 110 berths for vessels up to 80ft, anchoring the group’s new luxury development ahead of its late 2027 opening

TISG

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TISG opts to move forward with SRI Group Global’s €260m binding offer

2026-11-03T15:27:00+00:00> , By

Vincenzo Poerio, set to lead SRI’s bid, is expected to step down as CEO of Tankoa

Thomas Richardson, Princess Yachts

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Princess Yachts appoints first Georgian distributor

2026-11-03T14:13:00+00:00

Crystal Yachts Georgia takes on sales and aftersales support for the UK builder, as Batumi emerges as a growing yachting hub on the Black Sea

Neil Brinsdon - BSI Rigging Senior Sales Manager

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BSI Rigging appoints senior sales manager

2026-11-03T13:45:00+00:00By

Neil Brinsdon joins the Danish firm, bringing over three decades of industry experience

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US AGOA exit pushes South African boat exports into higher tariff bracket

2026-11-03T13:43:00+00:00> , By

The planned US withdrawal of AGOA trade preferences from January 2027 would raise tariffs to 14-15%, though trade talks continue

Ferretti Group's Enrico Sgarbi

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Ferretti restructures marketing and communication operations

2026-11-03T12:30:00+00:00By

New structure will oversee the full customer journey, strengthen international presence, and boost operational efficiency

Triton Insurance Agency, Newport

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Marsh & McLennan acquires US boat insurance specialist

2026-11-03T12:30:00+00:00> , By

Financial terms of the Triton Insurance Agency acquisition were not disclosed

Lantau Yacht Club's Festa Nautica

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Hong Kong doubles down on luxury yachting with twin November showcases

2026-11-03T12:30:00+00:00By

The Lantau Yacht Club’s Festa Nautica will follow on from the new Festival of Connoisseurs show this week

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Startup x Investor Day returns to boot Düsseldorf for 2027

2026-11-03T12:30:00+00:00

Yachting Ventures and EBI will bring founders, investors and industry leaders together